Set within the secure and exclusive Temple Hill estate, overlooking Jimbaran Bay, Villa Jamalu is equipped with everything required for a truly memorable family holiday. Even its name a combination of the names of the owner’s three children reflects the consideration that went into creating this fabulously well-appointed family retreat. Children will adore the playroom, while adult and teenage guests will love the air-conditioned games room and entertainment den with its cornucopia of delights, including a pool table, 50-inch flat-screen television and PlayStation 3. A workout in the well-equipped gym or some zen time in the dedicated yoga space could be just what the doctor ordered, or perhaps a tension-relieving Balinese massage in the private spa treatment room? A state-of-the-art Bose sound system plays music throughout the villa, providing the perfect holiday playlist. Listen to some chill-out tunes whilst luxuriating on loungers shaded by capacious umbrellas or relax in the balé pavilion that hovers above the sparkling 12-metre swimming pool. Parents with youngsters can rest easy as the villa is equipped with a pool fence that can be erected to ensure the safety of little ones. And should a break from the tropical heat be desired, guests can slip indoors and savour the air-conditioned comfort of one of the many spacious living areas. Alfresco dining on the top terrace at Villa Jamalu is an absolute treat: the villas private gourmet chef will prepare sumptuous meals which can be enjoyed at the twelve-seater dining table, or provide canapés to graze upon whilst sipping cocktails and lounging on the all-weather sofas as the sun sets magically over the ocean with Bali’s sacred Mount Batu Karu providing a mystical backdrop. Bedrooms Two master suites; one located on the top floor with panoramic ocean views and the other on the ground floor with pool views.- King-sized canopied beds- TV/DVD player and iPod docking stations- Air-conditioned- Opulent marble ensuites featuring rain showers the ground floor bathroom has a tub and the upper floor bathroom has a Jacuzzi Two junior suites located on the ground floor boasting large glass doors opening directly onto the pool- King-sized beds- Two additional trundle beds provided for children in one of the Junior Suites- iPod docking stations- Air-conditioned- Marble ensuite bathrooms with rain showers Outdoor Areas The rooftop terrace, with its sweeping ocean views, is delightful at any time of day: enjoy an early morning breakfast accompanied by birdsong or, later in the day, relax with a crisp white wine and let the gentle sea breezes envelop you as you marvel at one of Bali’s famously spectacular sunsets. At night, gather for a candle-lit meal at the alfresco dining table, which seats up to twelve diners in a convivial square. The 12 x 6-metre swimming pool forms the focal point of the villas ground floor. Tiled in green stone, and deliciously deep, the pool is bordered by Palimanan stone and wooden decking and furnished with sun loungers and umbrellas. The most coveted poolside spot, the balé pavilion, offers comfort and shade. Parents need not worry about the little ones as a pool safety fence can be erected if required. Indoor Areas Situated up on the top floor of the villa, Jamalu’s modern kitchen flaunts luscious shades of chocolate brown and is well-equipped to meet the needs of the gourmet chef: the fantastic array of crockery and cooking utensils, a double fridge and a wine fridge, all ensure that every meal at Villa Jamalu is a memorable one. Adjacent to the kitchen, the twelve seater dining table is ideally located to either watch the chef in action or gaze out at the ocean vista. Villa Jamalus three lounge and entertainment areas are all tastefully decorated and supremely comfortable, featuring state-of-the-art Bose sound systems. The top floor lounge is light, spacious, and airy. It is furnished with an L-shaped sofa and matching armchair and equipped with a 50-inch television and a DVD player. Making the most of the magnificent view, glass sliding doors run the length of this room and can be closed for air-conditioned comfort or opened to let the fresh sea breezes to flow through. The ground floor living area, which overlooks the swimming pool, is furnished with a sofa, chaise lounge and antique four-poster daybed, and is decorated in earth tones, blues and greens to reflect the beachside environment. Battle it out on the PlayStation, curl up with a magazine, or watch a movie while keeping an eye on the kids in the water. The basement is home to a cosy and intimate entertainment lounge equipped with a full size American pool table, drinks fridge, sound system and ample seating for enjoying the television. More information Perched high atop a hillside on Bali’s south coast, with sweeping views over the tranquil waters of Jimbaran Bay, sits the fabulous, four-bedroom, family friendly Villa Jamalu. Every aspect of this stunning villa, from its clean lines to its stylish interiors, promises guests the ultimate in luxury and entertainment. Three storeys of outstanding accommodation provide endless opportunities for fun and relaxation: workout in the well-equipped gym; shoot pool or battle it out on the PlayStation; spoil yourself in the spa room; meditate in the yoga space or refresh in the 12-metre pool. While you rest and rejuvenate, a team of friendly and capable staff, including a private chef and villa manager, are on hand to make sure you want for nothing. Just a stones throw from some of Bali’s finest beaches, a stay at Villa Jamalu will exceed all your holiday dreams.